Learn how to choose the right option for your hair.
But as you research the different ways to color your hair, your excitement wains.
Highlights, lowlights, partial foil highlights, babylights, balayage, ombre, the list goes on.
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If you’ve settled on highlights but aren’t sure what’s best for you, fear not.
Meet the Experts
What Are Highlights?
Feather up or down for a seamless blend that can be manipulated later with gloss."
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Highlights are strategically placed pieces of color that are lighter than the natural hair color.
“There’s no wrong or right, just art.”
What Are Partial Highlights?
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It’s usually indicated for those who want warmer highlights, but not only.
It’s also a good option for an introduction to adding some color to your hair.
What Are Full Highlights?
A full highlight involves highlighting hair in every section of your head.
This could be slightly lightening all of your hair or for something more dramatic, going frombrunetteto blonde.
As forbabylights, this technique adds subtle dimension to the hair.
“Its imperative to use a professional color shampoo and conditioner.
This will hydrate and strengthen the hair and also help maintain longevity of your color,” says Rivera.
And keep in mind: Final highlighting decisions don’t have to be made when scheduling your appointment.
